Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gracilipedunculatum
ID:
226424

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Krause

Source:
wcs

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Mus. Nat. Hist., Bot. Ser. 8: 78 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000225754

Common Names

  • Gracilipedunculatum Anthurium
  • Gracilipedunculatum Flamingo Flower
  • Gracilipedunculatum Tail Flower

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Description

Anthurium gracilipedunculatum (also called Laceleaf, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial with heart-shaped leaves and long-lasting, white spathes. It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela, and is found in humid montane forests at elevations of 900–3000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Anthurium gracilipedunculatum is a popular ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, stomach ailments, and skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anthurium gracilipedunculatum is small and white, with a yellow lip and a short spur. The seeds are tiny and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthurium gracilipedunculatum is an epiphytic aroid that prefers bright, indirect light and a well-draining potting mix. It should be kept moist but not wet. Propagate by division of mature plants.

Where to Find Anthurium gracilipedunculatum

Anthurium gracilipedunculatum can be found in the tropical forests of Costa Rica and Panama.

Anthurium gracilipedunculatum FAQ

What is the common name of Anthurium gracilipedunculatum?

Gracilipedunculatum Anthurium

What is the natural habitat of Anthurium gracilipedunculatum?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

What is the flower color of Anthurium gracilipedunculatum?

White to pale yellow

Species in the Anthurium genus

Anthurium acaule, Anthurium acutangulum, Anthurium acutifolium, Anthurium acutissimum, Anthurium acutum, Anthurium aduncum, Anthurium affine, Anthurium agnatum, Anthurium alatipedunculatum, Anthurium alatum, Anthurium albidum, Anthurium albispatha, Anthurium albovirescens, Anthurium alegriasense, Anthurium alticola, Anthurium amnicola, Anthurium amoenum, Anthurium anceps, Anthurium andicola, Anthurium andinum, Anthurium andraeanum, Anthurium andreslovinense, Anthurium angosturense, Anthurium angustatum, Anthurium angustilaminatum, Anthurium angustilobum, Anthurium angustisectum, Anthurium angustispadix, Anthurium anorianum, Anthurium antioquiense, Anthurium antonioanum, Anthurium antrophyoides, Anthurium apaporanum, Anthurium argyrostachyum, Anthurium aripoense, Anthurium arisaemoides, Anthurium aristatum, Anthurium armeniense, Anthurium aroense, Anthurium asplundii, Anthurium atropurpureum, Anthurium atroviride, Anthurium augustinum, Anthurium aureum, Anthurium auritum, Anthurium austin-smithii, Anthurium bakeri, Anthurium balaoanum, Anthurium balslevii, Anthurium barbacoasense,

Species in the Araceae family

Adelonema erythropus, Adelonema allenii, Adelonema crinipes, Adelonema hammelii, Adelonema kvistii, Adelonema mofflerianum, Adelonema orientale, Adelonema pallidinervium, Adelonema panamense, Adelonema peltatum, Adelonema picturatum, Adelonema roezlii, Adelonema speariae, Adelonema wallisii, Adelonema wendlandii, Adelonema yanamonoense, Aglaodorum griffithii, Aglaonema brevispathum, Aglaonema chermsiriwattanae, Aglaonema cochinchinense, Aglaonema commutatum, Aglaonema cordifolium, Aglaonema costatum, Aglaonema densinervium, Aglaonema flemingianum, Aglaonema hookerianum, Aglaonema marantifolium, Aglaonema modestum, Aglaonema nebulosum, Aglaonema nitidum, Aglaonema ovatum, Aglaonema philippinense, Aglaonema pictum, Aglaonema pumilum, Aglaonema rotunda, Aglaonema simplex, Aglaonema tricolor, Aglaonema vittatum, Aglaonema robeleynii, Aglaonema birmanicum, Aglaonema nicobaricum, Aglaonema tassae, Alloschemone inopinata, Alloschemone occidentalis, Alocasia megawatiae, Alocasia chaii, Alocasia infernalis, Alocasia nycteris, Alocasia hypoleuca, Alocasia jiewhoei,

References

James Francis Macbride (1892-1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.Macbr.' in the authors string.
Kurt Krause (1883-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Krause' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:15309-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.